When you sailors see the haven before you, though you were…
“When you sailors see the haven before you, though you were mightily troubled before you could see any land, yet when you come near the shore and can see a certain land-mark, that contents you greatly. A godly man, in the midst of the waves and storms that he meets with, can see the glory of heaven before him and so contents himself. One drop of the sweetness of heaven is enough to take away all the sourness and bitterness of all the afflictions in the world.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage uses nautical imagery to illustrate how faith can bring profound inner peace amid life's storms, suggesting that even a small glimpse of divine hope can outweigh all suffering.
In simple terms: Faith offers peace even in great trouble.
Key Takeaway
Find hope that outweighs suffering.
Themes
faith
hope
comfort
spirituality
resilience
Mood
reassuring
inspirational
reflective
Type
spiritual
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- mental health struggles
- spiritual retreats
- daily challenges
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- How does hope change perception of pain?
- Can faith coexist with practical solutions?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex suffering by attributing all relief to faith alone.